Equatorial Guinea, officially known as the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is located on the west coast of Central Africa, bordered by Cameroon to the north and Gabon to the east and south. The country's cultural diversity is a unique blend of African and Spanish influences, with colourful traditions, music, and dance from people, including the Fang, Bubi, and Ndowe.

The majority practice Christianity, primarily Roman Catholicism, while Islam and Indigenous beliefs coexist.

The legal system in Equatorial Guinea is based on a combination of Spanish Civil Law and Customary Law overlapping in family matters relating to marriage and property.

Equatorial Guinea inherited colonial-era laws from Spain at a time when, historically, suicide was a crime. Although Spain has decriminalised suicide, it remains in the corpus of other laws worldwide.

The World Health Organization (WHO) advocates for the decriminalisation of suicide and suicide attempts. Finding out more and removing such laws removes stigma and allows avenues for providing appropriate mental health support to individuals in crisis.

Criminalising suicide punishes distress. Decriminalising suicide saves lives.